How-To
How to Connect to a Remote Registry in Windows 7 and 10
If you’re in a small business environment, it can become really annoying if you have to walk out to each...
Home Networking
How-To
What is the Difference between WPA2, WPA, WEP, AES, and TKIP?
Pretty much everywhere you go today, there is a WiFi network you can connect to. Whether it be at home,...
How-To
How To Check the Proxy Server Settings on Your Computer
If you feel your Internet connection is slower than what it should be or you notice that certain websites get...
How-To
Five Things You Should Do After Plugging in Your New Cisco Switch
I purchased a new Cisco SG300 10-port Gigabit Ethernet managed switch a few months back and it’s been one of...
How-To
How to Simulate a Slow Internet Connection for Testing
My website loads lightning fast on my home computer, but that’s probably because I have Verizon FIOS with a 100/100 Internet...
How-To
How to Upgrade Actiontec ECB6200 Firmware
I recently purchased the Actiontec MoCA 2.0 Ethernet to Coax adapter because my entire house is wired for coax and...
How-To
Limit Bandwidth on a Netgear Wireless Router
I recently bought a second wireless router for several reasons, but one was to control how my kids connect to...
How-To
Force Windows 7 to Use Wired Connection over Wireless
So here’s an interesting situation I ran into when using Windows 7 connected to both my Ethernet network and my...
How-To
Connect Two Computers using a Crossover Cable
Ever needed to connect two computers together without going through a wireless network? I’ve previously written about how to connect...
How-To
Fix “Logon Failure: The Target Account Name is Incorrect” Error
“Logon Failure: The target account name is incorrect” blocks domain logons, UNC share access, and machine joins, usually because of...
How-To
How to Connect to a Network Printer in Windows 11
Need to connect to a network printer in Windows 11? Here are the exact steps for auto-discovery, IP address, and...
